Alapark Events
Park: Gulf
Patriotic Parade 2026
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Lake Shelby
Decorate your bikes and dress up your pets in red, white, and blue for America’s 250th birthday at Lake Shelby!
Park: Gulf
Call for Art Vendors for Stars & Stripes Celebration July 3rd & 4th
When: 07/03/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Lake Shelby
Calling for Art Vendors to participate in our Celebration of Stars and Stripes! This is a 2-day event.
Park: Joe Wheeler
Let's Go Fishing - Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 07/03/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina
Let's go Fishing
Park: Monte Sano
Botany with Bartram: Junior Ranger Edition
When: 07/03/2026 at 03:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Amphitheater
Calling All Junior Rangers!
Park: Gulf
Stars and Stripes Celebration
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Lake Shelby
Celebrate Independence weekend with food trucks, art vendors, live music, a patriotic parade, and fireworks!
Park: Gulf
Little Park Pals: SHARKS!
When: 07/03/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Grab your young water lover and come learn about the world of Sharks!
Park: Gulf
Angler Academy July 3, 9:30AM
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:30 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outside Pier Tackle Shop at Picnic Table
Learn the basics of saltwater fishing at Gulf State Park’s pier! Includes lesson, gear, and pier fishing time.
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Angler Academy July 3, 7am
When: 07/03/2026 at 07:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outside Pier Tackle Shop at Picnic Table
Learn the basics of saltwater fishing at Gulf State Park’s pier! Includes lesson, gear, and pier fishing time.
Fees may apply.
Park: DeSoto
DeSoto State Park's Annual Independence Day Events
When: 07/03/2026 at 06:30 PMParticipate in the flag making contest & eat ice cream at the annual ice cream social
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Join our Naturalists as they guide you on an exclusive tour of the Pier!
Park: Lake Guntersville
Junior Ranger Guided Hike
When: 07/04/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outdoor Classroom
Join the Naturalist to learn what it takes to be a Junior Ranger and go on a guided hike! Fees may apply.
Park: Joe Wheeler
The Journey at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 07/04/2026 at 08:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lodge Lobby
The Journey at Joe Wheeler State Park
Park: Bucks Pocket
Campfire Talk: The Story of Granny Dollar
When: 07/04/2026 at 07:00 PMMeeting Place: Sauty Pavilion
Join the Naturalist by the fire for an evening of storytelling!
Park: Oak Mountain
Scales & Tails
When: 07/04/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
MEET LIVE ANIMALS!
Fees may apply.
Park: Chewacla
Junior Rangers: Red, White, and Blue Scavenger Hunt
When: 07/04/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Find all things red, white, and blue in the park and become a Junior Ranger!
Fees may apply.